Wait, you don’t get pyjamas on this $7000 night flight?
This international flight leaves at 10.20pm. Perfect for sleeping but you’ll have to slumber in your suit. Is that good enough when you are paying a motza for a seat?
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‘Despite a broken seat and lengthy delay, it was worth it’
This international airline is known for it’s cheeky approach but is its business class any good? We test it out.
Will the Qatar-Virgin deal make airfares cheaper? What it means for travellers
The airline deal has come a step closer to being approved. Could this ultimately lead to a fall in prices for long-suffering consumers?
Is flying Emirates economy worth it?
The journey starts with passengers sitting on the tarmac for 90 minutes but does the food, seats and service make up for it? We find out.
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